HomeNorth CarolinaCharlotte › Dojo Arts

Dojo Arts

4.9 ★★★★★ 29 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Charlotte, North Carolina

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule thedojoarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 704-323-6560

Hours

Monday 1–9 pm
Tuesday 6 am–9 pm
Wednesday 6 am–9 pm
Thursday 6 am–9 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 9–11:30 am
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Muay thai classes on the schedule at Dojo Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Muay Thai 2 mentions

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “My son has been training at Dojo Arts for the past three years, and it’s been an incredible journey.”

All gyms that run kids muay thai →

Teen Muay Thai

“As a 40-year-old who hasn't practiced any martial arts since he was a teen, this has been a great way to get back on the saddle and challenge myself to grow.”

All gyms that run teen muay thai →

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai

“Accessible & welcoming to all levels.”

All gyms that run beginner muay thai →

Other martial arts here

Muay thai gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Dojo Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing 3 mentions

“He’s progressed from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to kickboxing, and I’ve seen him grow not only in skill but also in confidence.”

Other gyms that also teach kickboxing →

🥊 Boxing

“It’s a very welcoming environment, the classes were great and Kim took her time helping me navigate boxing as a south paw.”

Other gyms that also teach boxing →

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 6 mentions

“He’s progressed from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to kickboxing, and I’ve seen him grow not only in skill but also in confidence.”

Other gyms that also teach brazilian jiu-jitsu (bjj) →

🏟️ MMA 2 mentions

“Learned some cool MMA skills and learned bout myself as well!”

Other gyms that also teach mma →

Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, boxing, or MMA alongside muay thai, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 29 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 3 mentions

“The family atmosphere is fantastic, and Coach Brandon and Coach Randy do an amazing job of fostering discipline, hard work, and a focus on continuous learning.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 7 mentions

“It’s a very welcoming environment, the classes were great and Kim took her time helping me navigate boxing as a south paw.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 16 mentions

“The family atmosphere is fantastic, and Coach Brandon and Coach Randy do an amazing job of fostering discipline, hard work, and a focus on continuous learning.”

🔥 killer workout & conditioning 3 mentions

“As a 40-year-old who hasn't practiced any martial arts since he was a teen, this has been a great way to get back on the saddle and challenge myself to grow.”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 3 mentions

“If you’re looking to learn how to fight, or just looking for a great community to challenge yourself- look no further.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 3 mentions

“He’s progressed from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to kickboxing, and I’ve seen him grow not only in skill but also in confidence.”

From the reviews

Favorite school I've had the chance to train in. You really get a chance to become well rounded. The Jui Jitsu program is great. The stand up and MMA classes are aweome and a great workout. The work out classes always wear me out. And brandon, the owner.

★★★★★ — Andrew, Oct 2017

I did the Wim Hoff class with Brandon. He was an amazing instructor and led an unforgetable experience.

★★★★★ — Press, Apr 2018

This place rocks. The intro class is a great way to dive in and see what you might like. Instructors and students are also great!

★★★★★ — Mitchell, Jul 2025

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “My son has been training at Dojo Arts for the past three years, and it’s been an incredible journey. He’s progressed from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to kickboxing, and I’ve seen him grow not only in skill but also in confidence.

★★★★★ — Jason, Jul 2025

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 29 reviews →

New to muay thai? Start at Dojo Arts

Dojo Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the conditioning to you. Second, you won't be thrown into sparring — reputable gyms build fundamentals (stance, footwork, and the basic strikes of the "art of eight limbs") for weeks before any contact, and sparring stays optional. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.

See their beginner class info

Your first muay thai class at Dojo Arts

Nervous about walking into a muay thai gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics on pads and bags — not fighting. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: shorts or athletic wear and a t-shirt; you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and hand wraps if you have them — many gyms lend gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves, wraps, a mouthguard, and shin guards. Sparring is optional and comes later, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

Muay thai is a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Dojo Arts

1820 Central Ave, Charlotte, NC28205

Get directions

More muay thai gyms near Charlotte

Evermore Thai Boxing Club

5 ★★★★★ 83 reviews

512 W 32nd St, Charlotte, NC

🥊 Free trial class — check their site

Ages 6–12

Muay Thai gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Fight team Authentic Thai expert, authentic coachingwelcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly gym

Supportive full-body workout studio featuring Muay Thai boxing classes for beginners and experts.

2.5 miles away

House of Eight Limbs, LLC

5 ★★★★★ 39 reviews

801 Atando Ave Ste M, Charlotte, NC

Muay Thai gym Private lessons Fitness Fight team Authentic Thai expert, authentic coachingno-ego, friendly gymreal technique & fundamentals

2.9 miles away

Mecklenburg Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 17 reviews

9044 Lawyers Rd Suite G, Mint Hill, NC

🥊 Free trial class — check their site

Drop-ins around $89

Muay Thai gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Fight team Authentic Thai expert, authentic coachingwelcoming to beginnersno-ego, friendly gym

7.0 miles away

All muay thai gyms in Charlotte, NC →

Listing verified July 2026 from public business records and member reviews. Something out of date? Report a correction. Own this gym? Claim your listing — it's free.